(MENAFN- Gulf Times) The National Action Plan 2024-2030 to combat diabetes is being properly implemented with the aim of managing and preventing the condition, said a top official of the Ministry of Public Health (MoPH) today.

“Qatar has a real action plan, a serious action plan for diabetes for 2030. We are implementing it properly to make life expectancy grow in Qatar with lower deaths from non-communicable diseases,” said Sheikh Dr Mohammed bin Hamad al-Thani, director of the Department of Non-Communicable Diseases Prevention Programmes, MoPH.

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The Walkathon attracted individuals who are decision-makers, health leaders, school and university students, as well as the general public. -PAGE 1

Sheikh Dr Mohammed was speaking to Gulf Times on the sidelines of the walkathon organised by Diabetes Qatar (DQ) at Aspire Park to mark the World Diabetes Day, held annually on November 14 which saw a huge turnout. Officials from MoPH, DQ as well as various other organisations led the walkathon and took part in the activities.

As for the latest statics regarding the prevalence of diabetes, the official said that currently it is stable.“It is not going higher. It is stable. People are living healthier with this complication than before. And we are planning to fight not only diabetes but even obesity. Now the time is for controlling obesity with increased physical activity,” he explained.

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“We believe now that diabetes is not a high risk as before if you take proper care about it. Discipline and self-care and doing the right steps help you grow better in fighting diabetes,” continued Sheikh Dr Mohammed.

He noted that by marking the World Diabetes Day, more people are getting better awareness and literacy about diabetes and the need to prevent and mange it.

Meanwhile, hundreds gathered at the Aspire Park and took part in the walkathon around the lake at the park. The Walkathon attracted individuals who are decision-makers, health leaders, school and university students, as well as the general public. The participants also engaged in various physical activities which included several games for children as well as activities for the general public.

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This year's World Diabetes Day campaign focuses on several key aspects such as daily challenges for employees living with diabetes; the role of a supportive workplace, organisations and employers and the collective awareness and peer collaboration.

DQ campaign has many other activities including the annual scientific conference, taking place on November 21–22 at Qatar National Convention Centre. This year's conference will be held under the theme "Diabetes and Well-Being: A Holistic Approach to Health“. The event will focus on advancements in diabetes treatment, management of related complications, integration of innovative technologies and strategies for prevention and lifestyle improvement.

The conference covers topics including new policies and strategies for diabetes control, prevention, and management, innovative approaches to managing diabetes complications, the latest research on diabetes in children, the latest insulin therapies and pump therapy, and other important topics. The conference brings together senior attendees including diabetologists, endocrinologists, diabetes educators, neurologists, general practitioners, cardiologists, and dieticians.

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